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http://paramounttravel.com/caribbean/top-reasons-to-visit-jamaica/#respondThu, 06 Dec 2012 23:02:39 +0000http://paramounttravel.com/?p=1016If you are interested to know more about the top reasons to visit Jamaica, then you are in luck. This particular entry will be covering some of its most precious tourism gems. But before you set your expectations, you should be aware that this country is not as fully developed as other tourism counterparts. And […]

]]>If you are interested to know more about the top reasons to visit Jamaica, then you are in luck. This particular entry will be covering some of its most precious tourism gems. But before you set your expectations, you should be aware that this country is not as fully developed as other tourism counterparts. And although there are plenty of five star hotels and resorts here, you can’t expect theme parks, towering sky scrapers and huge shopping centers to be accessible when you are in the country.

Doctor’s Cave Beach Club, Montego Bay, Jamaica

You can, however, look forward to seeing amazing beach destinations. As the third largest island in the Caribbean, this particular hotspot serves as home to several coastal towns, including Kingston, Montego Bay, Portmore Spanish Town and Port Antonio, to name a few. Here, you can do some beach hopping and take advantage of several water activities including snorkeling and scuba diving. The weather is frequently tropical, so wear light clothing and put on sunscreen. But be wary about storms developing given that it also lies on the hurricane belt of the Atlantic.

One of the most popular coasts in Jamaica is the Doctor’s Cave Beach, to which Mo Bay owes its tourism to. It is highly renowned for its calm, clear turquoise waters and white sand shore, with a line-up of hotels and restaurants nearby to provide lodging and food to tourists.

Another one of the top reasons to visit Jamaica is the Blue Lagoon, which is a deep watering hole fed by freshwater springs, which is connected to the sea by a narrow channel. It is found in the city of Portland and is accessible to anyone making the journey from nearby Port Antonio. If you want to stay overnight, you can avail of first class amenities in the Blue Lagoon Hotel, which overlooks the attraction. And if you are itching for some water action, you could commission a diving experience, which most of those who have tried it, has said to be unforgettable, or hire a boat to travel to the nearby Monkey Island and explore the sites.

Dunn’s River Falls

The Dunn’s River Falls is also a popular point of interest in Jamaica. And this Ocho Rios attraction is known to attract thousands of visitors each year. The waterfalls is 180 feet high and 600 feet long, forming several small lagoons among select vertical sections. It empties into the Caribbean Sea, where tourists can also try out various beach activities. Surrounding the Dunn’s River is lush vegetation, so those who go there can enjoy a nature trekking experience before they cool down. They can also climb the falls if they want to. But its slippery surface can pose quite a challenge.

Aside from the highlighted, other top reasons to visit Jamaica include the Black River Safari, where you get to get up close and personal with the local swamp wildlife, including crocodiles, as well as the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston, where you find out more about the local and international legend.